Riso al Forno

Ingredients

• Salt and pepper - To taste
• Basil leaves - A handful, chopped
• Mozzarella cheese - 1 cup, shredded
• Tomato sauce - 1 cup
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Onion - 1, finely chopped
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Arborio rice - 1 cup

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Add the rice and cook until al dente, about 15 minutes. Drain and set aside.
3. In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the tomato sauce to the skillet and stir to combine. Cook for another 5 minutes.
5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked rice, tomato sauce mixture, half of the mozzarella, basil, salt, and pepper. Stir until well combined.
6. Transfer the mixture to a baking dish and top with the remaining mozzarella.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
8. Let the dish cool for a few minutes before serving.